Riverside City College School of Nursing
4800 Magnolia Avenue
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- 16 weeks (Fall and Spring)
- Phone:
- (951) 222-8407
CNA Classes in Riverside, CA
6 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Riverside. Tuition ranges from $1,650 to $2,499. California requires 160 hours of training and uses D&SDT-Headmaster or Credentia (CDPH-approved testing vendors) for the competency exam.
Programs in Riverside
6
Tuition Range
$1,650 to $2,499
State Required Hours
160 hours
Exam Vendor
D&SDT-Headmaster or Credentia (CDPH-approved testing vendors)
Fastest in Riverside
Best American Healthcare University
As short as 14 days; standard 5-week daytime track
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Mission Career College
3750 Santa Fe Avenue
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- 160 hours
- Phone:
- (951) 688-7411
Best American Healthcare University
6700 Indiana Avenue, Suite 255
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- As short as 14 days; standard 5-week daytime track
- Cost:
- $2,499
- Phone:
- (951) 637-8332
Happy Hands Healthcare
10557 Magnolia Avenue
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- 5 weeks
- Cost:
- $1,650 total
- Phone:
- (951) 977-8122
Destiny Career Academy
6820 Indiana Avenue, Suite 250
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- 32 days (accelerated)
- Phone:
- (951) 682-4322
Riverside County Office of Education - School of Career Education
2100 E. Alessandro Boulevard
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- One semester (full-time)
- Phone:
- (951) 826-4723
Becoming a CNA in California
If you are planning to become a CNA in California, expect a longer runway than in most states. The 160-hour training requirement means full-time programs typically run 6 to 10 weeks before you can even sit for the competency exam — and you should add another 2 to 4 weeks for Live Scan fingerprinting and exam scheduling. The good news is that many California Regional Occupational Programs (ROPs), adult schools, and community colleges offer the full 160 hours for free or at very low cost to California residents under the California Promise Grant, so the financial investment is often modest even when the time commitment is not.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNA Training in Riverside
How many CNA training programs are available in Riverside, CA?
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Our directory lists 6 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Riverside, CA. All programs must meet California's minimum of 160 hours and prepare graduates to sit for the D&SDT-Headmaster or Credentia (CDPH-approved testing vendors) competency exam.
How much does CNA training cost in Riverside?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Riverside ranges from $1,650 to $2,499. Happy Hands Healthcare lists the lowest tuition at $1,650 total. Total out-of-pocket cost also includes the state exam fee (Varies by vendor; typically around $135–$155 for both portions), background check, and uniforms.
What is the fastest CNA program in Riverside?
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Best American Healthcare University offers the shortest published program in Riverside at As short as 14 days; standard 5-week daytime track. California requires 160 hours of state-approved training, so any accelerated program must compress the required hours into a shorter calendar window through full-time scheduling. Call (951) 637-8332 for current cohort start dates.
How do I become a CNA in Riverside, CA?
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To work as a CNA in Riverside, you must meet a California-approved training program of at least 160 hours, pass the D&SDT-Headmaster or Credentia (CDPH-approved testing vendors) competency exam (Two-part exam: written (or oral) knowledge test plus a hands-on skills evaluation, based on the California Nurse Aide Candidate Handbook), and clear a Live Scan fingerprinting (Request for Live Scan Service, BCIA 8016) submitted to the California DOJ and FBI before certification is issued. Most candidates complete the full process in 8–14 weeks (training averages 6–10 weeks, then 2–4 weeks for exam and registry).
Are there free CNA classes in Riverside?
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No Riverside program on our directory currently advertises free tuition, but many California nursing facilities pay for CNA training in exchange for a work commitment after certification. Ask local long-term care employers about employer-sponsored training programs, and check the American Red Cross and Job Corps for additional pathways.
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